?---> Upgrading power, will my outdrive *pop*
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That's like saying if there are three engine options in a new boat, 5.0, 5.7, and a 6.2l, the guys that pays for the 6.2l is, well what you described (and I'm not really sure what you described).
But, to each their own I suppose. Not everyone wants to brag about their boat or show it off, just upgrade it a bit.
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First option for me is really just to keep it mellow, and as you say appropriately powered for the model year. So to that end, a 5.0 GXI MPFI setup would be the best since it would mean I could leave the block in the hull and swap the electronics.
Next best is to find a good used 5.7GXI setup.
I think I'll take the advice given here and keep the plans simple.
So.... anyone care to help me find a used 5.7GXI? I don't mind doing a rebuild. The 5.7 bolts up the manifolds I have today, correct?
Next best is to find a good used 5.7GXI setup.
I think I'll take the advice given here and keep the plans simple.
So.... anyone care to help me find a used 5.7GXI? I don't mind doing a rebuild. The 5.7 bolts up the manifolds I have today, correct?
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First option for me is really just to keep it mellow, and as you say appropriately powered for the model year. So to that end, a 5.0 GXI MPFI setup would be the best since it would mean I could leave the block in the hull and swap the electronics.
Next best is to find a good used 5.7GXI setup.
I think I'll take the advice given here and keep the plans simple.
So.... anyone care to help me find a used 5.7GXI? I don't mind doing a rebuild. The 5.7 bolts up the manifolds I have today, correct?
Next best is to find a good used 5.7GXI setup.
I think I'll take the advice given here and keep the plans simple.
So.... anyone care to help me find a used 5.7GXI? I don't mind doing a rebuild. The 5.7 bolts up the manifolds I have today, correct?
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